The initial phase of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) has wrapped up, highlighting the exceptional performances of local cricketers. As the tournament heads into the first qualifier and eliminator match on Monday, February 26th, attention remains on the remarkable contributions made by homegrown talents.

Among the top 10 leading run-scorers, eight hail from Bangladesh, while only one foreign player makes it to the list of top 10 wicket-takers.

Tamim Iqbal, captain of Fortune Barisal, leads the batting charts with an impressive total of 391 runs in 12 matches. His consistent performances, including two half-centuries and a high score of 71, have been crucial in steering his team to the semifinals.

Following closely is Tawheed Hridoy from Comilla Victorians, accumulating 383 runs in the tournament. Hridoy's return to form has significantly boosted Comilla's campaign, with him registering his maiden century and providing steady contributions with the bat.

Tanjid Hasan Tamim of Chittagong Challengers holds the season's record for the highest individual score, amassing 382 runs. Other noteworthy performers include Alex Ross from Dhaka, Mushfiqur Rahim from Barisal, and Mohammad Naeem Sheikh from Durdanta Dhaka.

In the bowling department, nine out of the top ten wicket-takers are Bangladeshi, highlighting the significant impact of local bowlers. Shariful Islam leads the pack with an impressive tally of 22 wickets, followed by seasoned campaigner Shakib Al Hasan with 17 wickets.

While foreign bowler Bilal Khan finds a spot in the top 10, domestic talents such as Sheikh Mehdi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, and Tanveer Islam have also impressed with their bowling performances.

Overall, the group stage of the BPL has showcased the prowess of domestic players, underlining their talent and substantial contributions to their teams' success.